Elmore County Sheriff's Office, Alabama
End of Watch Sunday, November 23, 2014
Add to My HeroesJames Bart Hart
Deputy Sheriff Bart Hart was killed when his patrol car was struck head-on on Firetower Road, near Marshell Road in Wetumpka, at approximately 7:45 pm.
He had just cleared the scene of another accident and was traveling south when the other vehicle crossed the center line at a high rate of speed and struck his patrol car. Despite wearing his seatbelt, Deputy Hart suffered fatal injuries. Three of the four 16-year-old occupants of the other car, including the driver, were killed in the crash. The fourth occupant suffered life-threatening injuries.
Deputy Hart had served with the Elmore County Sheriff's Office for 2-1/2 years after retiring from the Montgomery Fire Department. He is survived by his wife and daughter.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 2 years, 6 months
- Badge Zebra 6
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 152 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Hart,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Elmore County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retred)
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